Tree Trimmers and Pruners pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for tree trimmers and pruners is $36.33 an hour ($75,570 a year). About 1,160 people work in this job there.
That is 48% higher than the U.S. median ($50,960). It is about the same as the Oregon median ($75,440).
Pay range for tree trimmers and pruners in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.63 | $51,220 |
| 25% of workers | $30.00 | $62,400 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.33 | $75,570 |
| 75% of workers | $40.30 | $83,830 |
| 90% of workers | $43.67 | $90,830 |
Tree Trimmers and Pruners pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $75,570 | 1,160 |
| Salem | $71,190 | 100 |
| Bend | $70,250 | 40 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $68,290 | 50 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for tree trimmers and pruners
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 7,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $54,240 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $46,450 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $79,040 |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $36,000 |
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